Gladiola vs Surfer
Gladiola and Surfer come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Gladiola belongs to the pink-red family and Surfer to the blue family. The 8-point LRV gap — 29 for Surfer vs 20 for Gladiola — means Surfer will open up a space more effectively. Where Gladiola leans warm, Surfer reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 98.0 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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Gladiola vs Surfer Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Gladiola on one side and Surfer on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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